Vanguard Heating VMH26TPB installation manual Safety Information

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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WARNING: Any change to this fireplace or its controls can be dangerous.

1.This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate. This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases.

2.Do not place propane/LP supply tank(s) inside any structure. Locate propane/LP supply tank(s) outdoors.

3.If you smell gas

shut off gas supply

do not try to light any appliance

do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building

immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the

gas supplier’s instructions

if you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department

4.This fireplace shall not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.

5.Never install the fireplace

in a recreational vehicle.

where curtains, furniture, clothing, or other flammable objects are less than 36 inches from the front, top, or sides of the fireplace.

as a fireplace insert.

in high traffic areas.

in windy or drafty areas.

6.Do not use this fireplace as a wood-burning fireplace. Use only the logs provided with the fireplace.

7.Do not add extra logs or ornaments such as pine cones, vermiculite, or rock wool. Using these added items can cause sooting. Do not add lava rock around base. Rock and debris could fall into the control area of fireplace.

8.You must operate this fireplace with the fireplace screen in place. Make sure fireplace screen is in place before running fireplace.

9.This fireplace is designed to be smokeless. If logs ever appear to smoke, turn off fireplace and call a qualified service person. Note: During initial operation, slight smoking could occur due to log curing and fireplace burning manufacturing residues.

10.Do not allow fans to blow directly into the fireplace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Ceiling fans can create drafts that alter burner flame patterns. Altered burner patterns can cause sooting.

11.This fireplace needs fresh air ventilation to run properly. This fireplace has an oxygen depletion sensor (ODS) pilot light safety system. The ODS shuts down the fireplace if not enough fresh air is available. See Air for Combustion and Ventilation, pages 6 through 9. If fireplace keeps shutting off, see Troubleshooting, pages 25 through 28.

12.Do not run fireplace

where flammable liquids or vapors are used or stored.

under dusty conditions.

13.Do not use this fireplace to cook food or burn paper or other objects.

14.Never place any objects in the fireplace or on logs.

15.Fireplace front and screen becomes very hot when running fireplace. Keep children and adults away from hot surfaces to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Fireplace will remain hot for a time after shut-down. Allow surfaces to cool before touching.

16.Carefully supervise young children when they are in same room with fireplace.

17.Do not use fireplace if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the room fireplace and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.

18.Turn off and unplug fireplace and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair fireplace.

19.Operating fireplace above elevations of 4,500 feet could cause pilot outage.

20.Do not use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert, or other accessory not approved for use with this fireplace.

21.Do not operate fireplace if any log is broken. Do not operate fireplace if a log is chipped (dime-sized or larger).

22.To prevent performance problems, do not use propane fuel tank of less than 100 lbs. capacity.

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Contents What to do if YOU Smell GAS OWNER’S Operation and Installation ManualContents Safety Information Safety Information Thermostatic Heat Control Local Codes Product Features UnpackingSafety Pilot Piezo Ignition SystemInstalling Log AssemblyConfined and Unconfined Space AIR for Combustion and VentilationProviding Adequate Ventilation Unusually Tight ConstructionDetermining if You Have a Confined or Unconfined Space Determining FRESH-AIR Flow for Fireplace LocationVentilation Air From Inside Building Ventilation AIRVentilation Air from Outdoors Shown with Optional Mantel Ventilation Air From OutdoorsLocating Fireplace InstallationInstallation Items Check GAS TypeCeiling BUILT-IN Fireplace Installation InstallingSide Firebox Mantel Shelf Mantel Clearances for Built-In InstallationAttaching Brass Trim to Fireplace Optional Mantel InstallationAttaching Wood Base to Solid Floor Assembling Brass Trim Brass trim shipped with mantelExternal Regulator with Vent Pointing Down Connecting to GAS SupplyInstallation Items Needed Connecting Fireplace to GAS SupplyPressure Testing GAS Supply Piping System Connecting to GAS Supply Checking GAS ConnectionsManual Shutoff Valve Pressure Testing Fireplace GAS ConnectionsOperating Fireplace Pilot Shutting Off Burner Only pilot stays lit Shutting Off FireplacePilot Flame Pattern Inspecting BurnerCorrect Burner Flame Pattern Burner Flame PatternCleaning and Maintenance Trouble Shooting ODS/PILOT and BurnerCabinet TROUBLE- Shooting See CleaningObserved Possible Remedy Problem Cause Connections, Ing statement at topParts Not Under Warranty Technical ServiceService Hints Parts Under WarrantyVMH26TP Model VMH26TP Parts ListUnfinished GM921U Finished GM920F AccessoriesValve GA5010 GA3400T102886 102886 102886 Keep this Warranty Warranty Information